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An evening with Alys

Art & Literature

WORDS, the Bromsgrove group that promotes interest in the written and spoken word, presents an evening with gardener, journalist and presenter Alys Fowler on Sun April 22 at Artrix at 7.30.

If you are not a WORDS member then tickets (£15, students/under 16s £7.50) are available from Artrix box office on 01527 577330 or http://www.artrix.co.uk

The Redditch Orchestra presents a concert of Ballet Music Favourites on Sat March 17 at Studley Village Hall (High Street, Studley, B80 7HJ), starting at 7.30pm.

Conducted by Matthew Leach and led by Graham Longfils, the programme features some of the best-known and popular ballet music, from Clog Dance to Swan Lake to Carmen.

Tickets £12 (students and seniors £10, children free) from 07941 692879 or .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address)

A very Good Friday!

Music

Alvechurch Acoustic Roots takes place on Fri March 30 from 8pm at Alvechurch Social Club, still only £4 entry (£3 concessions).

Join a talented line-up of musicians and house band the Stompies for a very Good Friday!

Asklepios Spring Concert

Music

The Asklepios Orchestra (conducted by Lee Armstrong) will give their Spring concert on Sun March 18 at 7.30pm in St. Andrew’s Church, Barnt Green, B45 8NR.

The programme features Offenbach’s Orpheus in the Underworld Overture; Wagner’s Prelude and Liebestod from Tristan and Isolde; and Leoncavallo’s Concert Suite from Pagliacci.

Admission free – donations to retiring collection much appreciated. The orchestra would love you to go along in support, and bring your friends!

Spring Litter Pick

General Events

A Spring Litter Pick organised by the Lickey Hills Society takes place on Sat March 17 from 10am to 12noon – this is your chance to do something practical to help keep the Lickeys looking clean and tidy.

Meet at the Visitor Centre in Warren Lane; please wear appropriate clothing and footwear. Gloves, litter pickers and sacks will be provided.

Skywatch on the Lickey Hills

General Events

Skywatch on the Lickey Hills, hosted by the Birmingham Astronomical Society, takes place on Fri March 23 from 7.30–10.30pm.

Explore the night sky using powerful telescopes (weather permitting). Meet in the Visitor Centre (Warren Lane, B45 8ER) where there will be a series of slide shows and a chance to meet with members of the Lickey Hills Society.

There is also a star dome for indoor star gazing. Refreshments available.

Barnt Green Preschool’s Nearly New Sale

General Events

Barnt Green Preschool’s Nearly New Sale takes place on Sat March 17 at Barnt Green Baptist Church (Bittell Road, Barnt Green) from 10.30am–12noon, raising funds to buy toys and equipment for the pre-school children.

Nearly new toys, books, DVDs and spring/summer clothes for babies and children up to 12 years old. Nursery items and maternity wear also on sale.

Always some fabulous bargains and brilliant for having extra sandals/swimwear for a lovely hot summer!

Anyone can sell, but please pre-register with Karen at bgnnsale@gmail.com

Crafty Spring Sale

General Events

The Crafty Ladies have their Spring Sale at Alvechurch Library on Mon March 19, from 10am–1pm and 2–4pm.

Lots of handmade items including recycled and upcycled items as well as homemade cakes. Monies raised are donated to village and local charities and nothing costs more than £5. They look forward to seeing you!

The Bromsgrove Lecture

General Events

The 2018 Bromsgrove Lecture is on Hagley Hall and the Lyttletons – Past, Present and Future, given by Viscount Cobham on Tues April 10 at 7.30pm in Routh Hall, Bromsgrove School.

If you would like to find out more about good foot hygiene and care, pop along for a chat.

Nigel will discuss your footcare needs with you and share information about why taking care of your feet is so important to your general health.

Explore learning at the library

Children & Families

During the February half term holiday, Alvechurch Library hosts two workshops by Explore Learning, an award-winning maths and English tuition centre whose goal is to build confident, fearless learners.

In “Space Mission” on Mon Feb 19 you can learn all about the universe and everything in it. Stretch your skills to infinity and beyond!

This alien-inspired literacy workshop will help you to crack your creative writing. Ages 8-10, from 2.15 to 3.15pm.

Or are you fascinated by Mother Nature? Join the “Natural Hazards” workshop to find out more about tsunamis, hurricanes, tornadoes and volcanoes, and brush up your research skills.

Age 11+, 3.30 to 4.30pm. No charge for either of these workshops but please book ahead to reserve a place.

For any enquiries about events, pop into the library on Birmingham Road, contact The Hub on 01905 822722, email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or check out the Facebook page.

Understanding dyslexia

General Events

Alvechurch Library will host a short workshop, Understanding and Supporting People with Dyslexia (course number 15250) on Fri March 2.

The aim of this workshop is to provide learners with a detailed understanding of dyslexia and how it can affect people – learning key techniques to support people and how to motivate and engage those with dyslexia.

Cost £11.25, or free to those who meet certain criteria – If you work under 16 hours per week and earn less than £330 per month, receive JSA, ESA or Universal Credit OR you receive Working Tax Credit. Proof is required on attendance at first session.

For any enquiries about events, pop into the library on Birmingham Road, contact The Hub on 01905 822722, email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or check out the Facebook page.

For Adult Learning courses, pop in to pay by cash or cheque, or book online by card.

An evening for book-lovers

Art & Literature

WORDS, the Bromsgrove group that promotes interest in the written and spoken word, presents an evening with Di Speirs, Books Editor of BBC Radio, at Artrix on Sun Feb 4 at 7.30pm.

Di will be talking to Ben Cooper, Controller of Radio 1 (who grew up in Bromsgrove), about the BBC Young Writers Award and how young writers of the future can be encouraged to find their voices.

Di will also be talking about her work as Books Editor of BBC Radio. She is responsible for Open Book and Bookclub on Radio 4, directed more than 100 Book at Bedtime titles and producing the first ever Book of the Week in 1998.

A wonderful treat for all lovers of fiction on the radio!

If you are not a WORDS member but would like to come along then tickets (£15, students/under 16s £7.50) are available from Artrix box office on 01527 577330 or http://www.artrix.co.uk

Tickets cost £14.50 on the door, or £13 in advance from Gin & Pickles, The Square, Alvechurch, or online at http://www.midlandsinfonia.co.uk (free for FT students and schoolchildren accompanying an adult).

For more information, email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or ring 0121 447 7040.

Saturday Night Social Dance

Dancing

Graham & Denise Darby present a Saturday Night Social Dance in support of the Midlands Air Ambulance & Prostate Cancer on Sat Feb 24 at Kidderminster Harriers Social Club (Hoo Road, Kidderminster).

Ballroom, Latin and Social Sequence Dancing to live music by Graham Darby. Doors open 7.30pm, dancing from 8–11pm. £5 per person on the door.

Learn new skills to enhance your life and meet new people in your area. Work together on your piece of art and share experiences and skills in an informal and friendly session.

All necessary materials provided and best of all, sessions are FREE. Please contact Natalia on 07866 425986 or visit http://www.womenclub.uk for further info.

For any enquiries about events, pop into the library on Birmingham Road, contact The Hub on 01905 822722, email .(JavaScript must be enabled to view this email address) or check out the Facebook page.

For Adult Learning courses, pop in to pay by cash or cheque, or book online by card.

New Year’s Quiz

General Events

Alvechurch Village Society has its New Year’s Quiz on Fri Jan 26 at Alvechurch Village Hall. Book your table early!

Prizes and raffles, bring your own drinks and nibbles. Proceeds to the Village Hall.

Call Ray on 07931 328023 to book a table.

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